1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1069 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 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | QB | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |
