1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1424 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 2009 GMC Yukon 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, 2009 GMC Yukon 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. 2009 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Berkeley | GMC |
| Model | Twosome | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2950 mm |
