2002 Acura NSX vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 45 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 1148 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 2002 Acura NSX 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 2002 Acura NSX. 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, 2002 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2002 Acura NSX 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. 2002 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
| Make | Acura | Berkeley |
| Model | NSX | Sports |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 57 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 15 L |
