1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 48 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1707 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | B 95 | X5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 2070 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 |