1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1598 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
| Model | Sports | 300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 72 L |
