1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1997 BMW S3
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 38 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW S3 (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 1005 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 1997 BMW S3 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 1997 BMW S3. 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, 1997 BMW S3 (330 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm). This means 1997 BMW S3 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 | 1997 BMW S3 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | B 95 | S3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2710 mm |