1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1238 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette 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. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 117 L |
