1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1972 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1972 Ginetta G15 is newer by 13 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 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ginetta G15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ginetta G15 (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ginetta G15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ginetta G15 (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ginetta G15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1972 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ginetta |
| Model | Foursome | G15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
