1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 18 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (287 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Because 1975 Maserati Quattroporte 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 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Berkeley | Maserati |
Model | Sports | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2810 mm |