1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB. 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Berkeley | Toyota |
Model | QB | Venza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 269 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 67 L |