1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino is newer by 14 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 762 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 1973 Ferrari Dino 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 1973 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1973 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
| Model | Foursome | Dino |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2350 mm |
