1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Sports. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sports | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 80 L |
