2009 BMW M3 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 52 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 315 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | Ponton |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |