1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 30 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1109 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Berkeley | Oldsmobile |
Model | Foursome | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2740 mm |