1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP) has 218 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 979 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 Mercury Comet 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 Mercury Comet. 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 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Berkeley | Mercury |
Model | QB | Comet |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 267 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2950 mm |