1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 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 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 939 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 Samsung SM5 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 Samsung SM5. 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 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Samsung |
| Model | QB | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2710 mm |
