1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 51 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 861 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | B 95 | T5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |