1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 48 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley QB has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley QB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | QB | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 226 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 132 L |
