1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 54 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1505 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | Ponton | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 5700 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 | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3099 mm |
