1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1875 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. 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 1959 Berkeley QB. 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 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley QB has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley QB 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:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
| Model | QB | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 100 L |
