1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 55 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (156 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sports | B |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2699 mm |