1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 1276 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Berkeley | Subaru |
Model | Sports | Legacy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 242 HP |
Torque | 49 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 64 L |