1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2001 Opel Omega
To start off, 2001 Opel Omega is newer by 42 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 830 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 2001 Opel Omega 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 2001 Opel Omega. 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, 2001 Opel Omega (447 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2001 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Foursome | Omega |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 99.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1298 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
