1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 1590 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.
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, 2013 Volvo X670 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2013 Volvo X670 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. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
| Model | Sports | X670 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2815 mm |
