1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2005 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 48 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1333 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2005 Buick LaCrosse 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. 2005 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2005 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Berkeley | Buick |
| Model | Sports | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 64 L |
