1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2005 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 1069 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 Ferrari F430 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 2005 Ferrari F430. 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2005 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Berkeley | Ferrari |
Model | QB | F430 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 108 L |