1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1957 Ford 12 M
To start off, both 1957 Berkeley Sports and 1957 Ford 12 M were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford 12 M (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 12 M weights approximately 613 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 1957 Ford 12 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 1957 Ford 12 M. 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 | 1957 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | Sports | 12 M |
Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2500 mm |