1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 54 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (136 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Berkeley Sports, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sports | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 66 L |
