1959 Berkeley B vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 994 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 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. 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 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B. 1985 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Porsche |
| Model | B | 928 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2510 mm |
