1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 47 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 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1893 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 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
Model | Twosome | S80 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2800 mm |