1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Continental 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1369 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, 1996 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1996 Lincoln Continental 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. 1996 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Berkeley | Lincoln |
Model | QB | Continental |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
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 | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |