1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 1383 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 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega. 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 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2002 Opel Omega | |
Make | Berkeley | Opel |
Model | Sports | Omega |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 75 L |