1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 791 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX weights approximately 898 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 Koenigsegg CCX 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 Koenigsegg CCX. 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 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 870 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Berkeley | Koenigsegg |
Model | Sports | CCX |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2660 mm |