1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2009 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Dakota. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Berkeley Sports, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2009 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
Model | Sports | Dakota |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 83 L |