2005 Acura MDX vs. 1959 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 46 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1663 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 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1959 Berkeley Foursome | |
| Make | Acura | Berkeley |
| Model | MDX | Foursome |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 24 L |
