1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 46 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 1239 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Foursome | 325 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2730 mm |
