1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 47 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 2007 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Twosome | Touareg |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 100 L |