1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 46 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 2162 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Twosome | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 5325 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 447 Nm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3310 mm |