1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 41 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 1105 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 1999 Ferrari F355 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 1999 Ferrari F355. 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
| Model | Twosome | F355 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2460 mm |
