Mercedes-Benz Ponton W128 Coupe
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Mercedes-Benz - W128 Coupe

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelPonton
GenerationW128 Coupe
Modification220 SE (115 Hp)
Start Of ProductionJuly, 1958
End Of ProductionAugust, 1959

Performance

The Ponton has a max speed of 160 km/h (99.42 mph) and takes 15 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh15 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph15 sec
Max Speed160 km/h 99.42 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Ponton Coupe is a sleek and stylish car with a length of 4.7 meters, width of 1.79 meters, and height of 1.53 meters. It has a wheelbase of 2.7 meters and a seating capacity of 5 people. The car has 2 doors and a coupe body type.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCoupe
Seats5
Doors2
Length4700 mm 185.04 in.
Width1790 mm 70.47 in.
Height1530 mm 60.24 in.
Wheelbase2700 mm 106.3 in.
Front Track1430 mm 56.3 in.
Rear Track1470 mm 57.87 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Ponton is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 10.7 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 21.98 US mpg or 26.4 UK mpg.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined10.7 l/100 km 21.98 US mpg 26.4 UK mpg 9.35 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Ponton comes with a 115 Hp, 2.2L, inline-6, naturally aspirated engine with multi-port fuel injection and SOHC valvetrain. It has a 4-speed manual transmission, rear-wheel drive, and independent double wishbone front suspension and trailing arm rear suspension. The car has a compression ratio of 8.7 and 2 valves per cylinder.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power115 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre52.4 Hp/l
Torque186 Nm @ 3800 rpm. 137.19 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 127 I / 127.980
Engine Displacement2195 cm3 133.95 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore80 mm 3.15 in.
Piston Stroke72.8 mm 2.87 in.
Compression Ratio8.7
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear SuspensionTrailing arm

Brakes

The Ponton model car features drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, and a cone worm with recirculation balls steering type. This classic setup provides a unique driving experience, but may lack the modern amenities and safety features of newer vehicles.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDrum
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls

Weight & Capacity

The Ponton is a car with a weight-to-power ratio of 12 kg/Hp and 83.3 Hp/tonne, and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.4 kg/Nm and 134.8 Nm/tonne. It has a kerb weight of 1380 kg and a maximum weight of 1810 kg. The maximum load capacity is 430 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 62 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio12 kg/Hp, 83.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7.4 kg/Nm, 134.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1380 kg 3042.38 lbs.
Max Weight1810 kg 3990.37 lbs.
Max Load430 kg 947.99 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity62 l 16.38 US gal | 13.64 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - W128 Coupe

The length of the Ponton Coupe is 4.7 meters or 185.04 inches.

The Ponton Coupe has 5 seats.

The wheelbase of the Ponton Coupe is 2.7 meters or 106.3 inches.

The Ponton has a top speed of 160 km/h (99.42 mph).

The Ponton takes 15 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h.

The Ponton's acceleration time of 15 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h is relatively slow compared to other cars in the market.

Petrol (Gasoline)

10.7 l/100 km (21.98 US mpg, 26.4 UK mpg)

9.35 km/l

The Ponton has a 2.2L, inline-6 engine.

The Ponton has a 4-speed manual transmission.

The Ponton has a rear-wheel drive layout.

Drum brakes on both front and rear wheels.

Cone worm with recirculation balls.

No, it's a classic car with older technology and features.

The Ponton model is known for its sleek design and robust engineering.

Yes, the Ponton is a vintage car model.

The weight-to-power ratio is 12 kg/Hp and 83.3 Hp/tonne.

The maximum load capacity is 430 kg.

The fuel tank capacity is 62 liters.