1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1974 Holden Statesman is newer by 15 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 912 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 1974 Holden Statesman 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 1974 Holden Statesman. 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Berkeley | Holden |
Model | Foursome | Statesman |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2900 mm |