1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 783 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 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, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm). This means 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Foursome | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2520 mm |