1980 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 27 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 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 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 150 kg more than 1980 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mazda RX-7 | 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-7 | Ponton |
Year Released | 1980 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |