1959 Berkeley QB vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 54 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 754 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mini |
| Model | QB | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 40 L |
