1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 54 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 1413 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 2011 BMW 520 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 2011 BMW 520. 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, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2011 BMW 520 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. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | Sports | 520 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 70 L |