1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 52 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 2294 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 2011 Ford Expedition 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 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2011 Ford Expedition 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. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Berkeley | Ford |
| Model | QB | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 127 L |
