1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1993 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1993 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 34 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 312 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 1993 Donkervoort S8 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 1993 Donkervoort S8. 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, 1993 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Donkervoort S8 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 | 1993 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Berkeley | Donkervoort |
Model | B 95 | S8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1110 mm |