1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 42 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 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 225 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (176 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 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 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Ponton | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
