1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (177 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1599 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 Caprice 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 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | QB | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2950 mm |
