1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1999 BMW X5
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 40 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 1607 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 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 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 | 1999 BMW X5 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | B 95 | X5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 67 L |