1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1741 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley Twosome, 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (344 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Twosome | Viano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3210 mm |
