1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 54 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1105 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Foursome | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 70 L |
