1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1996 Nissan President
To start off, 1996 Nissan President 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 1509 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 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. 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 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 1996 Nissan President 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 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1996 Nissan President | |
Make | Berkeley | Nissan |
Model | QB | President |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3040 mm |