1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 49 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 979 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 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
Model | QB | Nitro |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 74 L |