1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1974 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1974 Humber Sceptre is newer by 15 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Humber Sceptre (79 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 611 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 1974 Humber Sceptre 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 1974 Humber Sceptre. 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, 1974 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1974 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | Berkeley | Humber |
| Model | QB | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |
