1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 45 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 1325 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Twosome | 325 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |
