1959 Berkeley B vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 34 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 1229 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 1993 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | B | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2580 mm |
