1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Toyota Camry is newer by 26 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 699 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | QB | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2610 mm |