1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Berkeley Sports. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (457 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 1957 Berkeley Sports has manual transmission. 1957 Berkeley Sports will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sports | G |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 96 L |
