1959 Berkeley B vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 54 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP) has 375 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1165 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 758 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | B | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 424 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 819 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4476 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |
