1959 Berkeley B vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 46 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2905 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B. 2005 Ford Excursion 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. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | B | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 167 L |
