1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 33 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 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1374 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 1992 Jaguar XJS 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 1992 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Berkeley | Jaguar |
Model | Foursome | XJS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 3978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 82 L |