1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1990 Ford Falcon is newer by 31 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 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Falcon (120 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1039 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 1990 Ford Falcon 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 1990 Ford Falcon. 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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | QB | Falcon |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2800 mm |