1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 31 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1517 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz G (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz G 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 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B 95 | G |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2410 mm |