1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1399 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Falcon 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 2009 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. 2009 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1960 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1960 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | Twosome | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |
