1961 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2007 BMW M
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 46 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 2007 BMW M. 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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Berkeley Twosome | 2007 BMW M | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Twosome | M |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |
