1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1022 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 2004 Toyota Camry 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. 2004 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B 95 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | B 95 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |
