1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1981 Lincoln Continental is newer by 22 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lincoln Continental (129 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1474 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 1981 Lincoln Continental 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 1981 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1981 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Berkeley | Lincoln |
| Model | QB | Continental |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2990 mm |
