1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2011 Maybach 62
To start off, 2011 Maybach 62 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2594 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 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62. 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 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 850 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2011 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2011 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Maybach |
| Model | Sports | 62 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3828 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 110 L |
