1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1957 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, both 1957 Berkeley Sports and 1957 Studebaker Sky Hawk were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,777 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Because 1957 Studebaker Sky Hawk 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 Studebaker Sky Hawk. 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 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
Make | Berkeley | Studebaker |
Model | Sports | Sky Hawk |
Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2980 mm |