1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 563 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1264 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Twosome | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 596 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |
