1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 1110 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.
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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2011 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Berkeley | Honda |
Model | QB | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1491 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |