1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1963 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1963 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Buick Riviera 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 1963 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. 1963 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1958 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1958 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1963 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1963 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Berkeley | Buick |
| Model | Twosome | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3030 mm |
