1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1961 Ferrari 156
To start off, both 1961 Berkeley Twosome and 1961 Ferrari 156 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,486 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 156 (187 HP @ 9500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 156 should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ferrari 156 weights approximately 142 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 1961 Ferrari 156 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 1961 Ferrari 156. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1961 Ferrari 156 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
| Model | Twosome | 156 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2330 mm |
