1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1959 Berkeley B 95
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B 95 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1457 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley B 95, 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1959 Berkeley B 95 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Berkeley |
Model | V8 Vantage | B 95 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 363 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 25 L |