1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 25 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 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1640 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 1983 Maserati Quattroporte 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 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte 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. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Berkeley | Maserati |
| Model | Twosome | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2810 mm |
