1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 28 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1213 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Sports has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Sports will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Berkeley | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sports | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2830 mm |