1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 41 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (137 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 1204 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
| Model | Twosome | S60 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 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 | 305 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2800 mm |
