1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 40 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 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP) has 741 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 619 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 1999 TVR Speed 12 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 1999 TVR Speed 12. 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 820 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Berkeley | TVR |
| Model | QB | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 790 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 57 L |
