The Ponton Cabriolet offers a compact and stylish design with a spacious interior. Its dimensions of 4700 mm in length and 1790 mm in width provide ample space for passengers and cargo. The car's height of 1530 mm ensures a comfortable ride without compromising on headroom.
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Body Type
Cabriolet
Seats
5
Doors
2
Length
4700 mm 185.04 in.
Width
1790 mm 70.47 in.
Height
1530 mm 60.24 in.
Wheelbase
2700 mm 106.3 in.
Front Track
1430 mm 56.3 in.
Rear Track
1470 mm 57.87 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Ponton is a car that runs on petrol (gasoline) and has a combined fuel consumption of 10.7 l/100 km (21.98 US mpg, 26.4 UK mpg, 9.35 km/l).
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
10.7 l/100 km 21.98 US mpg 26.4 UK mpg 9.35 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Ponton is a rear-wheel drive car powered by a 2.2-liter, 6-cylinder internal combustion engine that produces 100 horsepower at 4800 rpm and 162 Nm of torque at 3500 rpm. The engine is paired with a 4-speed manual transmission and features a double wishbone front suspension and trailing arm rear suspension.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
100 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
45.6 Hp/l
Torque
162 Nm @ 3500 rpm. 119.49 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M 180 III / 180.924
Engine Displacement
2195 cm3 133.95 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
80 mm 3.15 in.
Piston Stroke
72.8 mm 2.87 in.
Compression Ratio
7.6
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
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 car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with conventional braking and steering systems. The drum brakes at both front and rear provide adequate stopping power, while the cone worm and recirculation ball steering offers precise handling.
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Front Brakes
Drum
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Weight & Capacity
The car boasts a lightweight design, reflected in its impressive weight-to-power and weight-to-torque ratios. With a kerb weight of 1385 kg and a maximum weight capacity of 1790 kg, it offers a balance between agility and cargo-carrying capabilities. The fuel tank capacity of 64 liters ensures long driving ranges.
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Weight To Power Ratio
13.9 kg/Hp, 72.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
8.5 kg/Nm, 117 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1385 kg 3053.4 lbs.
Max Weight
1790 kg 3946.27 lbs.
Max Load
405 kg 892.87 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
64 l 16.91 US gal | 14.08 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - W180 II Cabriolet
The wheelbase is 2700 mm.
The car has 2 doors.
The front track width is 1430 mm.
17 seconds to reach 100 km/h or 62 mph
160 km/h or 99.42 mph
No, it's more suitable for daily driving
The Ponton uses petrol (gasoline).
The Ponton has a combined fuel consumption of 10.7 l/100 km (21.98 US mpg, 26.4 UK mpg, 9.35 km/l).
No, the Ponton is not an electric car. It runs on petrol (gasoline).
The engine displacement of the Ponton is 2195 cm3 or 133.95 cu. in.
The Ponton has a 4-speed manual transmission.
The Ponton is a rear-wheel drive car.
The Ponton features drum brakes at both the front and rear.
The Ponton utilizes a cone worm and recirculation ball steering system.
The drum brakes provide adequate stopping power but lack the effectiveness and fade resistance of disc brakes.
The Ponton is a series of Mercedes-Benz cars produced from 1953 to 1962, characterized by their distinctive ponton-style bodywork.
The Ponton is special due to its unique design, robust performance, and rich history, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.
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