1959 Berkeley B vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 1185 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | B | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |
