1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1990 Chrysler GS
To start off, 1990 Chrysler GS is newer by 33 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler GS (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler GS should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler GS weights approximately 1068 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, 1990 Chrysler GS (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1990 Chrysler GS | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
| Model | Sports | GS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 53 L |
