1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 1553 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 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. 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 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | Sports | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 80 L |
