1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1955 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 212 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 212 weights approximately 557 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.
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1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1955 Ferrari 212 | |
Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
Model | Twosome | 212 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 2562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 159 L |