1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Firebird 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 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 540 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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, 1970 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | Ponton | Firebird |
Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 106.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |