1954 Jeep CJ vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jeep CJ (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 30 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CJ | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3151 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
