1957 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1895 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Twosome. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Twosome | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Berkeley | Jeep |
| Model | Twosome | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 327 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2916 mm |
