1959 Berkeley B vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (85 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 850 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | B | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
