1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1976 BMW 628
To start off, 1976 BMW 628 is newer by 17 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Because 1976 BMW 628 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 1976 BMW 628. 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, 1976 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1976 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Foursome | 628 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 70 L |
