1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 53 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 1375 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 2013 BMW M3 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 2013 BMW M3. 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Twosome | M3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |
