1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 35 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (190 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1709 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 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Berkeley | Rover |
Model | QB | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 93 L |