1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 53 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1832 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1960 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1960 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Twosome | Touareg |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 100 L |