1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1970 Toyota Crown 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 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Crown (114 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Crown weights approximately 873 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 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. 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 Toyota Crown (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | QB | Crown |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
