1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 1254 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 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Berkeley | Peugeot |
Model | Sports | 407 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 66 L |