1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (80 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twosome | 411 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
