1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1282 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 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. 2008 Chevrolet Express 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. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Foursome | Express |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3440 mm |