1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 46 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1657 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 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Sports. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | Sports | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 85 L |
