1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1957 Ford 17M
To start off, 1959 Berkeley QB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford 17M (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 734 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford 17M 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 1957 Ford 17M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB, 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, 1957 Ford 17M (129 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm). This means 1957 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1957 Ford 17M | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | QB | 17M |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 129 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 55 L |