1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 895 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Berkeley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Twosome | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2630 mm |
