1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | QB | Jetta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1453 mm |