1959 Berkeley B vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 3,651 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (242 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1844 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 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Hummer |
| Model | B | H3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 87 L |
