2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1957 Berkeley Sports
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 49 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 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Because 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1957 Berkeley Sports | |
Make | Aston Martin | Berkeley |
Model | V8 Vantage | Sports |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 15 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 15 L |