1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 45 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 993 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | Twosome | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2900 mm |
