1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 719 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 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Berkeley | Mercury |
Model | QB | Tracer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2510 mm |