1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2009 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2009 Buick LaCrosse 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 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2009 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Berkeley | Buick |
Model | Sports | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 64 L |