1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 50 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1565 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 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Twosome | Murano |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2830 mm |
