1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 55 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 964 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 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Berkeley | Porsche |
| Model | Foursome | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2475 mm |
