1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1898 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 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango 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 Durango | |
Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
Model | QB | Durango |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 4702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 2279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 102 L |