1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 997 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 769 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
Model | B 95 | Ram |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 5883 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 119.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 17.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 129 L |