1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1989 Alpina B 10
To start off, 1989 Alpina B 10 is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 874 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1989 Alpina B 10 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 1989 Alpina B 10. 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, 1989 Alpina B 10 (705 Nm) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm). This means 1989 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1989 Alpina B 10 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Alpina |
| Model | QB | B 10 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 705 Nm |
| 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 | 1255 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
