2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 51 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 8 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Ponton |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |