1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP) has 359 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1039 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 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Berkeley | Porsche |
| Model | QB | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 408 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 67 L |
