1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 49 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1864 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 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Twosome | X5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2830 mm |
