1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 46 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 1094 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 2005 BMW 325 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 2005 BMW 325. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Foursome | 325 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 63 L |
