1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 824 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 Mazda CX-7 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | Foursome | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2760 mm |
