1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 4 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 569 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 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
| Model | QB | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 133 L |
