1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1969 Lamborghini Miura 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 919 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 Lamborghini Miura 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 1969 Lamborghini Miura. 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lamborghini |
| Model | QB | Miura |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 77 L |
