1959 Berkeley B vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 1980 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 911 weights approximately 766 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 1980 Porsche 911 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 1980 Porsche 911. 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, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Porsche |
| Model | B | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
