1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1423 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 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS. 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 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Berkeley | Cadillac |
| Model | Sports | CTS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 66 L |
