2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 51 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 51 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Silverado | Ponton |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |