1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1959 Berkeley QB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (105 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 1069 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 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | QB | SC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 105 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2830 mm |
