1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2007 BMW 760
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 50 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 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 1943 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 2007 BMW 760 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 2007 BMW 760. 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2007 BMW 760 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. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2007 BMW 760 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | Sports | 760 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 5971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 88 L |