1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 Ford Ranger

To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1600 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 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Berkeley Twosome 2007 Ford Ranger
Make Berkeley Ford
Model Twosome Ranger
Year Released 1957 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 327 cc 4016 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 15 HP 206 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 22 Nm 323 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 305 kg 1905 kg
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1060 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 1790 mm 3010 mm


 

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