1959 Berkeley B vs. 1960 BMW 700
To start off, 1960 BMW 700 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1960 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley B (49 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1960 BMW 700. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 BMW 700 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B.
Because 1960 BMW 700 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 1960 BMW 700. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Berkeley B (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 1960 BMW 700 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | B | 700 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |