1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1984 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 400 is newer by 26 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1525 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 1984 Ferrari 400 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 1984 Ferrari 400. 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1984 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
Model | Twosome | 400 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2710 mm |