1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1959 Berkeley QB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Porsche 356 weights approximately 474 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 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. 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 Porsche 356 (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Berkeley | Porsche |
Model | QB | 356 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
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 | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 52 L |