1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1960 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1914 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 1960 Cadillac Brougham 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 1960 Cadillac Brougham. 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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1960 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | Berkeley | Cadillac |
| Model | QB | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |
