1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1967 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1967 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 8 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 562 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 1967 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Jeep CJ5 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, 1967 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1967 Jeep CJ5 | |
Make | Berkeley | Jeep |
Model | Foursome | CJ5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |