1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 32 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 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Camaro | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
