1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 49 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1958 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1958 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
Model | Foursome | CX-9 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2880 mm |