1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (122 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount weights approximately 999 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 Vauxhall Viscount 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 Vauxhall Viscount. 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 Vauxhall Viscount (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
Make | Berkeley | Vauxhall |
Model | QB | Viscount |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 122 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2740 mm |