1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 48 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 198 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.
Because 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera 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 | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | Ponton | Primera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
