1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1602 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 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
| Model | Foursome | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2790 mm |
