1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 42 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 742 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 2001 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | B 95 | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2512 mm |