1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is newer by 11 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini A3C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C (361 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Bizzarrini A3C weights approximately 978 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 1968 Bizzarrini A3C 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 1968 Bizzarrini A3C. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Bizzarrini A3C (510 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini A3C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1968 Bizzarrini A3C | |
Make | Berkeley | Bizzarrini |
Model | Sports | A3C |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2460 mm |