1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2007 Volvo V70

To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports.

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 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Berkeley Sports 2007 Volvo V70
Make Berkeley Volvo
Model Sports V70
Year Released 1957 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 322 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 15 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 60 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 57 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 8.5:1
Top Speed 105 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 1780 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 15 L 70 L


 

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