1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 1819 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK (336 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Foursome | GLK |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
