1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 617 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 200 kg more than 1959 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLK LM | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 664 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
