1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 14 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 1349 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 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Berkeley | Jeep |
| Model | QB | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2800 mm |
