1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2005 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Concorde 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Concorde (201 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 1293 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 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2005 Chrysler Concorde 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 Chrysler Concorde will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2005 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
| Model | Sports | Concorde |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 68 L |
