1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 12 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 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1639 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 1971 Chrysler New Yorker 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 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
| Model | QB | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 7204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3160 mm |
