1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 659 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Escape (303 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B 95 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | B 95 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 690 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |
