1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 4 weights approximately 589 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 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4. 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 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Morgan |
| Model | QB | 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
