1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1664 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Monterey (357 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Berkeley | Mercury |
| Model | Twosome | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 328 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 37 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 98 L |
