1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Ponton | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
