1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1959 Berkeley B
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 39 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP) has 551 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1614 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 1998 Aston Martin 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 1998 Aston Martin 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1959 Berkeley B | |
Make | Aston Martin | Berkeley |
Model | Vantage | B |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 814 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 25 L |