1959 Berkeley B vs. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1229 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 1973 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | B | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2760 mm |
