1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 49 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1282 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Foursome | Sharan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |