1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2009 BMW X6
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 52 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1868 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 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Sports has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Sports will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2009 BMW X6 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | Sports | X6 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 85 L |