1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 1187 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 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2011 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Berkeley | Mazda |
Model | QB | 5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 691 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1568 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |