1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1922 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 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Foursome | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 117 L |
