1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2005 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tracker 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 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2210 mm |
