1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1995 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1995 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 34 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 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 682 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 1995 Italdesign Nazca 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 1995 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Berkeley Twosome | 1995 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Berkeley | Italdesign |
Model | Twosome | Nazca |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2610 mm |