1959 Berkeley B vs. 1993 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1993 Venturi Coupe 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Venturi Coupe (197 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 899 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 Venturi Coupe 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 Venturi Coupe. 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 Venturi Coupe (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1993 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Berkeley | Venturi |
| Model | B | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
