1959 Berkeley B vs. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1
To start off, both 1959 Berkeley B and 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 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 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B, 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.
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1959 Berkeley B | 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | |
Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
Model | B | 256 F1 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 291 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2230 mm |