1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 28 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 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1595 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 1987 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1987 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1987 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Twosome | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 5030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2950 mm |
