1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 526 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
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 GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT 1 | Ponton |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |