1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twosome | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2510 mm |
