1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 18 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 1032 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 1977 Ford Granada 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 1977 Ford Granada. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1977 Ford Granada | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | Foursome | Granada |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 3270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2800 mm |