1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 52 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1510 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
Model | Twosome | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 327 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3090 mm |