1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 44 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 1061 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 2003 BMW M3 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 2003 BMW M3. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2003 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Berkeley | BMW |
| Model | QB | M3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |
