1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 50 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 1162 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 2009 BMW 650 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 2009 BMW 650. 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, 2009 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 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 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | B 95 | 650 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 361 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |