1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 53 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1036 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. 2011 Ford F-450 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. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | Foursome | F-450 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 4379 mm |