1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 598 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Europa | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
