1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 999 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 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | Foursome | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 87 L |