1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 39 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 1198 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 1996 BMW M3 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 1996 BMW M3. 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, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 1996 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | Sports | M3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 63 L |
