1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB.
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 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Berkeley | Saab |
| Model | QB | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
