1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 24 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1449 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 1983 Ferrari 400 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 1983 Ferrari 400. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
Model | QB | 400 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 120 L |