1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1878 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 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Sports. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | Sports | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 65 L |
