1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2005 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Sebring 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Sebring (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 953 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Sebring (211 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2005 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
| Model | Foursome | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |
