1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1957 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, both 1957 Berkeley Twosome and 1957 Ferrari 255 S were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,715 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 255 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 255 S (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 255 S should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 255 S weights approximately 545 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ferrari 255 S 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 1957 Ferrari 255 S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1957 Ferrari 255 S | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
| Model | Twosome | 255 S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 2715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2260 mm |
