1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1958 Renault Dauphine is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 578 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | Ponton | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
