1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1959 Porsche 718
To start off, both 1959 Berkeley Twosome and 1959 Porsche 718 were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc, 1959 Porsche 718 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 718 (148 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 718 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 718 weights approximately 235 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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1959 Porsche 718 | |
Make | Berkeley | Porsche |
Model | Twosome | 718 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1498 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 540 kg |