1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 1024 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 Holden Monaro 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 Holden Monaro. 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 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Berkeley | Holden |
Model | Foursome | Monaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2830 mm |