1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 48 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 4,227 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1624 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 2005 Maserati Quattroporte 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 2005 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2005 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Berkeley | Maserati |
Model | Twosome | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 327 cc | 4227 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 451 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3070 mm |