1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 905 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.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2008 Chevrolet Express 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. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Foursome | Express |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 507 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 117 L |
