1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 1723 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 2011 Ford Flex 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 Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | Twosome | Flex |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2995 mm |
