1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1958 Berkeley Twosome
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1958 Berkeley Twosome | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Berkeley |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Twosome |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1790 mm |
