1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 499 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | QB | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2480 mm |