1976 Audi 100 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 19 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. Both 1976 Audi 100 and 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton are equipped with a 1,986 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
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, 1976 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 100 | Ponton |
Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |