1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1987 Maserati 420
To start off, 1987 Maserati 420 is newer by 28 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 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 420 weights approximately 794 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 1987 Maserati 420 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 1987 Maserati 420. 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, 1987 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1987 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Berkeley | Maserati |
Model | QB | 420 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2610 mm |