1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1995 Ford Ranger

To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1173 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 1995 Ford Ranger 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 1995 Ford Ranger. 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Berkeley Sports 1995 Ford Ranger
Make Berkeley Ford
Model Sports Ranger
Year Released 1957 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 322 cc 4014 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 15 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 282 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 1780 mm 2840 mm


 

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