1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 20 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1844 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 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
Make | Aston Martin | Berkeley |
Model | Lagonda | QB |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 1990 mm |