1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima 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 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 997 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 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima 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 | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
Model | B 95 | Maxima |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2710 mm |