1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 52 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 120 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 2009 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Ponton | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3710 mm |
