1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 1957 Berkeley Sports is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,756 cc (12 cylinders), 1943 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Packard 12 (174 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Packard 12 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 2138 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1943 Packard 12 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 1943 Packard 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Berkeley Sports, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1943 Packard 12 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Packard |
| Model | Sports | 12 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 7756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3440 mm |
