1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 25 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1458 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 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1959 Berkeley B | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Berkeley |
| Model | V8 Volante | B |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 25 L |
