1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1971 ZIL 117
To start off, 1971 ZIL 117 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 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 ZIL 117 (297 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 ZIL 117 weights approximately 2569 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 ZIL 117 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 ZIL 117. 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 ZIL 117 (570 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1971 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Berkeley | ZIL |
| Model | QB | 117 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3310 mm |
