1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 54 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. 2012 Buick LaCrosse 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. 2012 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Berkeley | Buick |
Model | Foursome | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2837 mm |