1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu 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, 2011 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2011 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sports | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 61 L |
