1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 1119 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 GAZ 3111 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 GAZ 3111. 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 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Berkeley | GAZ |
| Model | QB | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2810 mm |
