1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 48 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1726 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Berkeley | Land Rover |
Model | Foursome | Defender |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 2495 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 49 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2800 mm |