1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2008 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
| Model | QB | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
