1967 Alvis TF vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 8 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 344 kg more than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alvis TF | 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Alvis | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TF | Ponton |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |