1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1769 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1958 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1958 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Cadillac |
| Model | Foursome | 62 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3310 mm |
