1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (520 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Foursome | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 148 L |
