1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 46 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1706 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 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Berkeley | Mercury |
Model | Twosome | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 37 Nm | 345 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2920 mm |