1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 53 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 2124 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2012 Nissan Titan 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. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
Model | Foursome | Titan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 592 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 48 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 140 L |