1959 Berkeley B vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 36 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 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 2074 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 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Berkeley | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | B | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 108 L |
