1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 27 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 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 1986 Mazda RX-7 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 1986 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
| Model | Twosome | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2430 mm |
