1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1497 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 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | Twosome | Ranger |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 84 L |