1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 53 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1310 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 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Berkeley | Dodge |
| Model | QB | Ram |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 132 L |
