1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 974 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | Foursome | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3110 mm |