1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1992 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1992 Ford Aerostar is newer by 33 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 1047 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 1992 Ford Aerostar 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 1992 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1992 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Aerostar 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 | 1992 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | B 95 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3030 mm |