1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 43 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 233 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 2059 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 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (439 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Berkeley | Land Rover |
| Model | QB | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2550 mm |
