1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (217 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 1354 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Berkeley | Volvo |
Model | QB | XC70 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |