1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | QB | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 65 L |