1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1956 Chrysler C
To start off, 1961 Berkeley Twosome is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 1562 kg more than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Chrysler C 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 1956 Chrysler C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1956 Chrysler C | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
| Model | Twosome | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 5801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3210 mm |
