1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1966 Ferrari 275
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 275 is newer by 7 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 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 794 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 1966 Ferrari 275 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 1966 Ferrari 275. 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, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1966 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
| Model | QB | 275 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 58.8 mm |
| 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 133 L |
