1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 47 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 1370 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 2007 BMW 330 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 2007 BMW 330. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | Twosome | 330 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |