1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1764 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 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2010 Infiniti FX 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. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Berkeley | Infiniti |
| Model | Foursome | FX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 90 L |
