1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1979 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 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Berkeley | Chevrolet |
| Model | QB | Express |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 5324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 2360 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 |
