1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1991 BMW 325
To start off, 1991 BMW 325 is newer by 32 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 325 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 325 weights approximately 1071 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 1991 BMW 325 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 1991 BMW 325. 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, 1991 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 325 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 | 1991 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | B 95 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
