1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 46 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1807 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 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 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 | 2005 BMW X5 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | B 95 | X5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
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 | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 93 L |