1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 9 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 909 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 1968 Holden Belmont 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 1968 Holden Belmont. 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Berkeley | Holden |
Model | QB | Belmont |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2830 mm |