1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1968 Opel GT 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 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 588 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 Opel GT 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 Opel GT. 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 Opel GT (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Berkeley | Opel |
Model | Sports | GT |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 61 mm |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
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 | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 44 L |