1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D
To start off, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D weights approximately 1624 kg more than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1956 Berkeley Twosome | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D | |
Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Twosome | 300D |
Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3160 mm |