1959 Berkeley B vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 40 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (141 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1228 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 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
| Model | B | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2660 mm |
