1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 49 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1931 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley QB has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley QB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | QB | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 100 L |
