1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1959 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 2 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 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1085 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Brougham | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brougham | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
