1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1975 BMW 1502
To start off, 1975 BMW 1502 is newer by 15 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1502 (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1502 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 1502 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 1975 BMW 1502. 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, 1975 BMW 1502 (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Berkeley Twosome | 1975 BMW 1502 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | Twosome | 1502 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |