1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2004 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron 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 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2004 Bugatti Veyron | |
Make | Berkeley | Bugatti |
Model | Foursome | Veyron |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 6255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2660 mm |