1959 Berkeley B vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 26 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 1114 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 1985 Ferrari Mondial 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 1985 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
| Model | B | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 86 L |
