1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2000 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 41 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1217 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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 2000 Chrysler 300 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. 2000 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 2000 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
Model | B 95 | 300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2880 mm |