1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 200 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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | Ponton | Clio |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
