2007 Ford Territory vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 50 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 806 kg more than 1957 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Territory | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1986 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
