1963 AC Cobra vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1963 AC Cobra is newer by 4 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 694 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 1963 AC Cobra 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 1963 AC Cobra. 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | AC | Berkeley |
Model | Cobra | Foursome |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 24 L |