1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan

To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (151 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.

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, 2006 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Berkeley Foursome 2006 Dodge Caravan
Make Berkeley Dodge
Model Foursome Caravan
Year Released 1959 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 692 cc 2507 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 38 HP 151 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 58 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3340 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 1990 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 25 L 76 L


 

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