1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Marcos Mantula weights approximately 509 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 Marcos Mantula 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 Marcos Mantula. 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 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
Make | Berkeley | Marcos |
Model | QB | Mantula |
Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 48 L |