1959 Berkeley B vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 28 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 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP) has 423 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 748 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 1987 Ferrari F40 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 1987 Ferrari F40. 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
| Model | B | F40 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 472 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 120 L |
