1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 54 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1756 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2013 GMC Acadia 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. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Berkeley | GMC |
| Model | Foursome | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 83 L |
