1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1965 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Twosome | Transporter |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
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 | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |