1998 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Berkeley B 95
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 39 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Because 1998 Acura NSX 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 1998 Acura NSX. 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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B 95. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B 95.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1959 Berkeley B 95 | |
Make | Acura | Berkeley |
Model | NSX | B 95 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1780 mm |