1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1957 BMW 600
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 691 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley Twosome is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley Twosome (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 600 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 1957 BMW 600 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 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1959 Berkeley Twosome (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley Twosome will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1957 BMW 600 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Twosome | 600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 2910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
