2000 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 41 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 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 1194 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 2000 Acura NSX 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 2000 Acura NSX. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
| Make | Acura | Berkeley |
| Model | NSX | QB |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1990 mm |
