1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 11 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 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (101 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 1024 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 1970 Plymouth Barracuda 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 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
Make | Berkeley | Plymouth |
Model | QB | Barracuda |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 3249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2760 mm |