1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 36 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 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 1219 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 1995 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1995 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1995 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1995 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Berkeley | Vauxhall |
| Model | QB | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2740 mm |
