1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 50 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1080 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 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | QB | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 83 L |