1959 Berkeley B vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 48 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP) has 333 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley B. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley B.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley B. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley B. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley B has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley B | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B | CL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 382 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
