1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1962 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1962 Triumph Vitesse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 95 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 517 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 1962 Triumph Vitesse 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 1962 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1962 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Triumph Vitesse 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 | 1962 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Berkeley | Triumph |
Model | B 95 | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 29 L |