1959 Berkeley B 95 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1062 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 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95. 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B 95 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Berkeley | Porsche |
Model | B 95 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 690 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 363 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 67 L |