1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2500 mm |
