1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1971 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1971 Ginetta G15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ginetta G15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ginetta G15 (51 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ginetta G15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ginetta G15 (70 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ginetta G15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1971 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ginetta |
| Model | Twosome | G15 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
