1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1958 Porsche 356 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Porsche 356 weights approximately 478 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 1958 Porsche 356 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 1958 Porsche 356. 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 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Berkeley | Porsche |
Model | Sports | 356 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2110 mm |