1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1993 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 34 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1179 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1993 Cadillac Seville 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. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1993 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Berkeley | Cadillac |
Model | QB | Seville |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 4564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2830 mm |