1959 Berkeley B vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1981 Toyota Soarer is newer by 22 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 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (157 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 949 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 1981 Toyota Soarer 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 1981 Toyota Soarer. 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | B | Soarer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 157 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2670 mm |