1959 Berkeley B vs. 2007 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1359 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B. 2007 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2007 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | B | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 106 L |
