1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 318 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
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, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ponton | 442 Indy Pace Car |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
