1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1964 Opel Kadett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 510 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett.
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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | Ponton | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
