1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1949 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 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Berkeley | GMC |
| Model | QB | Savana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 2330 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 |
