1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1968 NSU 1000 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 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 NSU 1000 (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 NSU 1000 weights approximately 319 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 NSU 1000 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 NSU 1000. 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 NSU 1000 (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Berkeley | NSU |
| Model | QB | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 82 L |
