1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 42 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 994 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 1998 Jensen SV-8 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 1998 Jensen SV-8. 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Jensen |
| Model | Twosome | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
