1959 Berkeley B vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1976 Porsche 912 is newer by 17 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 784 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 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. 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, 1976 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Berkeley | Porsche |
Model | B | 912 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 86 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2220 mm |