1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 1975 Pontiac Trans Am 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 Pontiac Trans Am. 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 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Berkeley | Pontiac |
| Model | Twosome | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2750 mm |
