1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2002 Lexus Minority Report
To start off, 2002 Lexus Minority Report is newer by 45 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 2,999 cc, 2002 Lexus Minority Report is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus Minority Report should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus Minority Report weights approximately 1437 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 2002 Lexus Minority Report 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 2002 Lexus Minority Report. 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, 2002 Lexus Minority Report (417 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus Minority Report will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. 2002 Lexus Minority Report 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. 2002 Lexus Minority Report will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2002 Lexus Minority Report | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lexus |
| Model | Twosome | Minority Report |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1742 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2680 mm |
