1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1974 NSU 1000
To start off, 1974 NSU 1000 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 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 NSU 1000 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1974 NSU 1000 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 NSU 1000. 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 NSU 1000 (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1974 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Berkeley | NSU |
| Model | QB | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2260 mm |
