1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Ford Explorer

To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 974 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Berkeley Twosome 2005 Ford Explorer
Make Berkeley Ford
Model Twosome Explorer
Year Released 1956 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 328 cc 4014 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 15 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 22 Nm 330 Nm
Vehicle Weight 306 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 1790 mm 2870 mm


 

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