1957 Lotus 11 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, both 1957 Lotus 11 and 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lotus 11 (74 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lotus 11 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 830 kg more than 1957 Lotus 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lotus 11 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 11 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1100 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2660 mm |
