1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1959 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1920 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1959 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Berkeley |
| Model | Lagonda | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 1790 mm |
