1959 Berkeley B vs. 1997 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1997 Dodge Stealth is newer by 38 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 1374 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 1997 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1997 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
| Model | B | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2480 mm |
