1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1249 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler Town & Country (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1991 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Berkeley | Chrysler |
Model | QB | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3040 mm |