1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2715 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | Twosome | Excursion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 576 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 3020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3490 mm |