1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1329 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2005 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
Model | Foursome | XC70 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 70 L |