1983 BMW 316 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 26 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. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 316 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 BMW 316.
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, 1983 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 316 | Ponton |
Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |