1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 47 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | Foursome | 530 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |