1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 1017 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | B 95 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |