1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2011 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2136 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. 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 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2011 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Berkeley Sports 2011 Dodge Ram
Make Berkeley Dodge
Model Sports Ram
Year Released 1957 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 322 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 15 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 551 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 282 kg 2418 kg
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 5817 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 1780 mm 3569 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 15 L 121 L


 

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