1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Edge weights approximately 771 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 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2008 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2008 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | Foursome | Edge |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 72 L |
