1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 737 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 Italdesign Nazca 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 1999 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Berkeley | Italdesign |
Model | B 95 | Nazca |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2610 mm |