1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 47 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Berkeley | BMW |
Model | QB | 530 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |