1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1199 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 2008 Porsche 911 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 2008 Porsche 911. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Berkeley Twosome | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Berkeley | Porsche |
Model | Twosome | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2360 mm |