1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2009 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Lexus RX 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus RX weights approximately 1628 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2009 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2009 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lexus |
| Model | Sports | RX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 72 L |
