1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 22 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 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1312 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Cadillac Eldorado (358 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1981 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Berkeley | Cadillac |
Model | Twosome | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 6030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2900 mm |