1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 834 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. 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, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twosome | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2520 mm |
