1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 48 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 1104 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | Twosome | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 53 L |
