1959 Berkeley B vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 6 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 594 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 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
| Model | B | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 133 L |
