1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1959 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1957 Wartburg 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Wartburg 312 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Wartburg 312 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 655 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, 1957 Wartburg 312 (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Wartburg 312 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Berkeley | Wartburg |
Model | Twosome | 312 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2460 mm |