1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 1178 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 Nissan 300 ZX 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 Nissan 300 ZX. 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 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1987 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
Model | Sports | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2530 mm |