2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 MCC ForTwo | 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | ForTwo | Ponton |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2660 mm |