1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 1142 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 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. 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 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
| Model | QB | Viper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
