1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1076 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 1972 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | QB | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |
