1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 23 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP) has 500 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1634 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 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1959 Berkeley B | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Berkeley |
| Model | V8 Vantage | B |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 25 L |
