1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1994 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 36 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1445 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 1994 Infiniti Q45 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 1994 Infiniti Q45. 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. 1994 Infiniti Q45 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. 1994 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1994 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Infiniti |
| Model | Twosome | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2890 mm |
