1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 789 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, 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Berkeley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | QB | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2640 mm |
