1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2061 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 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Sports. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
Model | Sports | Ram |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 132 L |