1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1995 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 36 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1337 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 1995 Buick Riviera 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. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B 95 | 1995 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Berkeley | Buick |
| Model | B 95 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
