1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 12 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 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1867 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 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
Make | Berkeley | Cadillac |
Model | Foursome | Fleetwood |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 7725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 679 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2223 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3380 mm |