1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 51 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 2514 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 2010 GMC Yukon 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 2010 GMC Yukon. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2010 GMC Yukon 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. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Berkeley | GMC |
| Model | Twosome | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3302 mm |
