1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 929 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 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Berkeley | Oldsmobile |
| Model | QB | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 3133 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 | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
