2004 Acura TL vs. 1958 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1958 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1958 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | Acura | Berkeley |
| Model | TL | Foursome |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1990 mm |
