1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 40 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | Ponton | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 665 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |