1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1975 Ford Granada
To start off, 1975 Ford Granada is newer by 16 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Granada weights approximately 1119 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 1975 Ford Granada 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 1975 Ford Granada. 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, 1975 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1975 Ford Granada | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | QB | Granada |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2800 mm |