1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2006 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 50 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 914 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 2006 Ford Expedition 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 2006 Ford Expedition. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1956 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1956 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Berkeley Twosome 2006 Ford Expedition
Make Berkeley Ford
Model Twosome Expedition
Year Released 1956 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 328 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 15 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 22 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 306 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 1790 mm 3030 mm


 

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