1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2100 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | QB | Express |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 2481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 117 L |
