1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1969 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1969 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 10 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 649 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 1969 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1969 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Jeep |
| Model | QB | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |
