1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1429 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Foursome, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (48 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Foursome | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 24 L | 70 L |
