1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 15 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 804 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.
Because 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
Make | Berkeley | Jensen |
Model | Foursome | Jensen-Healey |
Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2350 mm |