1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2009 BMW X6
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 50 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1797 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 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2009 BMW X6 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. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2009 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Foursome | X6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 2265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 85 L |
