1956 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 38 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (15 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1674 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.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Berkeley Twosome. (22 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Berkeley Twosome | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Twosome | G |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 306 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2410 mm |
