1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 165 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1978 Triumph TR7 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
Model | Ponton | TR7 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |