1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2004 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL is newer by 45 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 2,522 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mahindra CL weights approximately 937 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 2004 Mahindra CL 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, 2004 Mahindra CL 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, 2004 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mahindra CL 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 | 2004 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Berkeley | Mahindra |
Model | B 95 | CL |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2522 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |