1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 50 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Foursome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Foursome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Foursome | ML |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
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 | 38 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 95 L |