1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1102 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 1986 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Foursome | Camaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2570 mm |