1958 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 51 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 1220 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 2009 BMW 650 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 2009 BMW 650. 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 BMW 650 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | Twosome | 650 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2790 mm |