1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 30 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1603 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 1987 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
Model | Sports | 412 GT |
Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
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 | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 120 L |