1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1989 BMW 730
To start off, 1989 BMW 730 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 1282 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 1989 BMW 730 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 1989 BMW 730. 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, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1989 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Twosome | 730 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
