1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 42 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu weights approximately 144 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 2001 Caterham Beaulieu 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 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | |
| Make | Berkeley | Caterham |
| Model | QB | Beaulieu |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 36 L |
