1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1970 Opel GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel GT (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 1970 Opel GT 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 1970 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1970 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Berkeley | Opel |
| Model | Twosome | GT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 53 L |
