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 |