1959 Berkeley B vs. 1994 Ford Probe
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe is newer by 35 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (161 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 939 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Ford Probe (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1994 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | B | Probe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
