1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 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 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1387 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Twosome | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2770 mm |
