1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 16 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 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 | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
Model | B 95 | 240 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2650 mm |