1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 42 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 1118 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 1999 Lexus IS 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 1999 Lexus IS. 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, 1999 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1999 Lexus IS | |
Make | Berkeley | Lexus |
Model | Sports | IS |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 70 L |