2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Elise | Ponton |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |