1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1599 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 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Berkeley | GMC |
| Model | Foursome | Safari |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 102 L |
