1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 23 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 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 (123 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 410 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
