2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 540 kg more than 1953 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton has manual transmission. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Silverado | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
