1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | Sports | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2710 mm |