1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2005 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1503 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B 95 | 2005 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Berkeley | Buick |
| Model | B 95 | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |
