1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2007 Skoda Superb 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Superb weights approximately 1363 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Berkeley | Skoda |
| Model | Sports | Superb |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 62 L |
