1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1959 Berkeley QB is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 439 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1957 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Berkeley | Volkswagen |
Model | QB | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2430 mm |