1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 16 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 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 290 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 1196 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 1975 Ferrari 512 BB 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 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. 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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
| Model | Twosome | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2510 mm |
