1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2004 BMW 760
To start off, 2004 BMW 760 is newer by 45 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 6,129 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 760 weights approximately 1854 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 2004 BMW 760 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 2004 BMW 760. 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, 2004 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2004 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2004 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Foursome | 760 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 6129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 88 L |
