1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1989 Mercury Cougar 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Cougar (140 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 1989 Mercury Cougar 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 Mercury Cougar. 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 Mercury Cougar (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1989 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley QB has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley QB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Berkeley | Mercury |
Model | QB | Cougar |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 72 L |