1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 54 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 1570 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 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | Twosome | X3 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 327 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2810 mm |