1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1210 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Foursome | Touran |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
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 | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2680 mm |