1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 48 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 1204 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 2007 Lexus IS 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 2007 Lexus IS. 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, 2007 Lexus IS (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lexus |
| Model | Foursome | IS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 65 L |
