1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1964 BMW 700
To start off, 1964 BMW 700 is newer by 5 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 696 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley B 95 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B 95 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 700 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Because 1964 BMW 700 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 1964 BMW 700. 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, 1959 Berkeley B 95 (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley B 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1964 BMW 700 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | B 95 | 700 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 54 L |