1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 42 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 302 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 535 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus Esprit | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Esprit | Ponton |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 351 Nm | 110 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |