1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 1014 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 Maserati Shamal 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 Maserati Shamal. 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 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Berkeley | Maserati |
| Model | Twosome | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2520 mm |
