1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1249 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 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
| Model | Twosome | 300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 72 L |
