1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 45 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1279 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | Twosome | Passat |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |
