1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 54 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), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 1127 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | QB | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
