1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1297 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
| Model | B 95 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
