1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 45 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1162 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Foursome | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 62 L |
