1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 29 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 1118 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
| Model | Sports | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 86 L |
