1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1966 BMW 2000
To start off, 1966 BMW 2000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 2000 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 2000 weights approximately 774 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 BMW 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 BMW 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 BMW 2000 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1966 BMW 2000 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | Foursome | 2000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 54 L |