1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 38 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 1235 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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. 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Berkeley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Twosome | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2820 mm |
