1959 Berkeley B vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 53 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 1459 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 2012 BMW 335 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 2012 BMW 335. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | B | 335 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 57 L |
