1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 37 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 1439 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 1996 BMW 735 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 1996 BMW 735. 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | QB | 735 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| 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 | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 85 L |
