1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1974 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1974 Buick Riviera is newer by 15 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 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1677 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 1974 Buick Riviera 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 1974 Buick Riviera. 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 1974 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1974 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Berkeley | Buick |
Model | B 95 | Riviera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 95 L |