1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2103 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (455 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2005 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. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 129 L |
