1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2008 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 2026 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
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, 2008 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2008 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twosome | T5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
