1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1011 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 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | QB | Mustang |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 3801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 45 L |