1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1992 BMW 540
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 33 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 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 1269 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 1992 BMW 540 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 1992 BMW 540. 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1992 BMW 540 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | QB | 540 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |