1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
Model | Sports | Ram |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3580 mm |