1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1986 BMW 325
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 is newer by 27 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 874 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 1986 BMW 325 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 1986 BMW 325. 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, 1986 BMW 325 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1986 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | QB | 325 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
