1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 52 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 2225 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 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2011 Ford F-150 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. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | Twosome | F-150 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3670 mm |