1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, 1991 Porsche 928 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (306 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 1149 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 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. 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 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Porsche |
| Model | QB | 928 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |
