1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion xD weights approximately 810 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 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Berkeley | Scion |
| Model | QB | xD |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 42 L |
