1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 700 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Caterham | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Super 7 | Ponton |
Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |