1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe weights approximately 339 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
| Model | Coupe | QB |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 25 L |
