1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1999 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 40 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 1327 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 1999 Ferrari Maranello 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 1999 Ferrari Maranello. 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1999 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
| Model | Twosome | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 114 L |
