1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 39 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 120 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prelude | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
