1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2143 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 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 98 L |
