2005 AC Cobra vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 46 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP) has 301 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Cobra weights approximately 681 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 2005 AC Cobra 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 2005 AC Cobra. 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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Cobra | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
| Make | AC | Berkeley |
| Model | Cobra | QB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1990 mm |
