1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1994 Saab 9000
To start off, 1994 Saab 9000 is newer by 35 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 9000 (210 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 9000 weights approximately 1127 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, 1994 Saab 9000 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1994 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Saab |
| Model | Twosome | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2680 mm |
