1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 1442 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 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara | |
Make | Berkeley | Opel |
Model | B 95 | Antara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 175 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 | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |