1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1965 Porsche 904
To start off, 1965 Porsche 904 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 511 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904.
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 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1965 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Ponton | 904 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
