1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 49 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), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 1215 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 2008 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B 95, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 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 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | B 95 | 330 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
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 | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |