1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 30 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1417 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 1989 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | B 95 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 95 L |
