1959 Berkeley B vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 37 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 644 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Berkeley | Italdesign |
| Model | B | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 346 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2610 mm |
