1959 Berkeley B vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 52 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1951 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | B | Touran |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |