1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 50 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 1295 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 2007 BMW 335 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 2007 BMW 335. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Twosome | 335 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2770 mm |
