1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 95 would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Beetle (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 457 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Volkswagen Beetle (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1978 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | B 95 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2410 mm |