1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 37 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 1002 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 1994 Plymouth Prowler 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 1994 Plymouth Prowler. 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 1994 Plymouth Prowler 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. 1994 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Berkeley | Plymouth |
| Model | Sports | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 46 L |
