1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1959 Berkeley B 95 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lancia Flaminia 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 1958 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B 95, 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Berkeley | Lancia |
Model | B 95 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 42 L |