1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 40 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (415 HP) has 368 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 296 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.
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, 1997 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Viper | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
