1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 47 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 1455 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 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | Twosome | 530 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2890 mm |