1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1998 BMW 728
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 41 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 1500 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 1998 BMW 728 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 1998 BMW 728. 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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Twosome | 1998 BMW 728 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | Twosome | 728 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 327 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2940 mm |