1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 1,299 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 1119 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 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. 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 Mazda RX-8 (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
Model | Twosome | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2710 mm |