1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2006 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 49 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 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2006 Chevrolet Impala 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. 2006 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2006 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Sports | Impala |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 3884 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 64 L |