1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1156 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2004 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
| Model | Foursome | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |
