1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1959 Berkeley QB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Holden FE weights approximately 599 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 1958 Holden FE 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 1958 Holden FE. 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, 1958 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1958 Holden FE | |
Make | Berkeley | Holden |
Model | QB | FE |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2670 mm |