1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1173 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
Model | Sports | Corvette |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 68 L |