1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 45 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 895 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 2003 De Tomaso Guara 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 2003 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Berkeley | De Tomaso |
| Model | Twosome | Guara |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2620 mm |
