1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1334 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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Berkeley | Ford |
Model | QB | F-150 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 98 L |