2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1959 Berkeley QB
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 50 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 1349 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 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1959 Berkeley QB | |
| Make | Audi | Berkeley |
| Model | Q5 | QB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 25 L |
