1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1968 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1968 Nissan Skyline is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 784 kg more than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Nissan Skyline 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 1968 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Berkeley Twosome, 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, 1968 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 1968 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Twosome | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2650 mm |
