1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 53 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Twosome | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3030 mm |
