1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2112 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Foursome | Express |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 117 L |
