1959 Berkeley B vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 1044 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 1994 Porsche 968 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 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Berkeley | Porsche |
Model | B | 968 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 74 L |