1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 1050 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 1969 Dodge Dart 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 1969 Dodge Dart. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Dart (299 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
| Model | Twosome | Dart |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2830 mm |
