1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1977 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (163 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1249 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 1977 Buick LeSabre 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 1977 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley QB has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley QB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1977 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Berkeley | Buick |
| Model | QB | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2950 mm |
