1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 2095 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
| Model | Twosome | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3800 mm |
