1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1789 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Twosome | Silverado |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 5359 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 | 454 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3650 mm |