1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1951 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1434 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Cadillac 62 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 1951 Cadillac 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1951 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Cadillac |
| Model | Twosome | 62 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 5422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3210 mm |
