1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1991 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1991 Ford Aerostar is newer by 33 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 1054 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 1991 Ford Aerostar 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 1991 Ford Aerostar. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1991 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | Foursome | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3030 mm |
