1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 34 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Because 1992 BMW 850 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 1992 BMW 850. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1992 BMW 850 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | Foursome | 850 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2710 mm |