1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 17 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1182 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 1976 Holden Statesman 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 1976 Holden Statesman. 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman 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 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Berkeley | Holden |
| Model | B 95 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2900 mm |
