1972 AMC Matador vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 15 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 1318 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 1972 AMC Matador 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 1972 AMC Matador. 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, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 1972 AMC Matador 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. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | AMC | Berkeley |
| Model | Matador | Sports |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 15 L |
