1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 51 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. 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, 2010 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Foursome | 325 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 57 L |
