1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1794 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 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Foursome | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 2262 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2950 mm |