The Ponton is a car with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 20.5 seconds and a top speed of 140 km/h (86.99 mph).
Specs
-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
20.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
20.5 sec
Max Speed
140 km/h 86.99 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Ponton is a Sedan with a length of 4485 mm (176.57 in), width of 1740 mm (68.5 in), height of 1560 mm (61.42 in), and a wheelbase of 2650 mm (104.33 in). It has a spacious interior with 5 seats and 4 doors. The front and rear tracks are 1430 mm (56.3 in) and 1470 mm (57.87 in) respectively, providing stability and balance.
Specs
-
Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4485 mm 176.57 in.
Width
1740 mm 68.5 in.
Height
1560 mm 61.42 in.
Wheelbase
2650 mm 104.33 in.
Front Track
1430 mm 56.3 in.
Rear Track
1470 mm 57.87 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Ponton is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 8.9 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 26.43 US mpg or 31.74 UK mpg.
Specs
-
Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.9 l/100 km 26.43 US mpg 31.74 UK mpg 11.24 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Ponton comes with a 1897 cm3, inline 4-cylinder engine, producing 75 HP and 136 Nm of torque. The engine is naturally aspirated, uses a SOHC valvetrain, and is positioned in the front, longitudinally. The car features a 4-speed manual transmission, driving the rear wheels. The suspension setup includes a double wishbone with a transverse stabilizer in the front and a trailing arm in the rear. The engine oil capacity is 4 liters and it uses 20W-50 oil.
Specs
-
Rating
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
75 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
39.5 Hp/l
Torque
136 Nm @ 2800 rpm. 100.31 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M 121 B I / 121.920
Engine Displacement
1897 cm3 115.76 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
85 mm 3.35 in.
Piston Stroke
83.6 mm 3.29 in.
Compression Ratio
7.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4 l 4.23 US qt | 3.52 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
20W-50
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Suspension
Trailing arm
Brakes
The Ponton model features drum brakes on both the front and rear, and a cone worm with recirculation balls for steering. This classic design provides a unique driving experience.
Specs
-
Rating
Front Brakes
Drum
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Weight & Capacity
The Ponton is a car with a weight-to-power ratio of 16 kg/Hp and 62.5 Hp/tonne, and a weight-to-torque ratio of 8.8 kg/Nm and 113.3 Nm/tonne. It has a kerb weight of 1200 kg, a maximum weight of 1650 kg, and a maximum load capacity of 450 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 56 liters.
Specs
-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio
16 kg/Hp, 62.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
8.8 kg/Nm, 113.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1200 kg 2645.55 lbs.
Max Weight
1650 kg 3637.63 lbs.
Max Load
450 kg 992.08 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
56 l 14.79 US gal | 12.32 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - W121 Sedan
The Ponton has 5 seats.
The Ponton is a Sedan.
The length of the Ponton is 4485 mm (176.57 in).
The Ponton has an acceleration time of 20.5 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h.
The Ponton has a top speed of 140 km/h (86.99 mph).
The Ponton's acceleration time of 20.5 seconds is relatively slow compared to modern cars, but it was considered average for its time.
Petrol (Gasoline)
8.9 l/100 km (26.43 US mpg, 31.74 UK mpg)
11.24 km/l
The engine is positioned in the front, longitudinally.
A 4-speed manual transmission is used in the Ponton.
The engine oil capacity is 4 liters.
The Ponton has drum brakes on both the front and rear.
The Ponton has a cone worm with recirculation balls for steering.
The Ponton's unique combination of drum brakes and cone worm steering provides a distinct driving experience.
The Ponton model is known for its sleek design and robust performance.
Yes, the Ponton is a classic Mercedes-Benz model.
The Ponton has a loyal following among car enthusiasts.
The weight-to-power ratio is 16 kg/Hp and 62.5 Hp/tonne.
