1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1456 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 Dodge Dakota (320 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
| Model | QB | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 83 L |
