1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 16 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 DAF 66 (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 DAF 66 weights approximately 546 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 1973 DAF 66 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 1973 DAF 66. 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, 1973 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1973 DAF 66 | |
Make | Berkeley | DAF |
Model | Sports | 66 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 42 L |