1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 44 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 1124 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2003 BMW 325 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | Foursome | 325 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 63 L |