1959 Berkeley B vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 50 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP) has 395 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 1144 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 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley B | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Berkeley | Alfa Romeo |
Model | B | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2600 mm |