1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1957 Alpine A 108 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alpine A 108 (49 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 660 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108.
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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 108 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
