1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1999 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 40 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Sebring (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 954 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, 1999 Chrysler Sebring (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 1999 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
| Model | Foursome | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
