1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 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 CLC. 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 CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Berkeley Sports | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sports | CLC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 62 L |
