1959 Berkeley B vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley B would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1660 kg more than 1959 Berkeley B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercury |
| Model | B | Milan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 66 L |
