1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1968 Maserati Mistral 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 884 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 Maserati Mistral 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 Maserati Mistral. 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 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Berkeley | Maserati |
Model | QB | Mistral |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 253 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2410 mm |