2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1189 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Berkeley |
| Model | V8 Vantage | QB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 379 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 25 L |
