1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1800 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. 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 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 654 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
| Model | Foursome | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 98 L |
