1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 13 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 1035 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.
Because 1972 Lamborghini Jarama 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 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
Make | Berkeley | Lamborghini |
Model | Twosome | Jarama |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2380 mm |