1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 TVR Tamora.
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, 2006 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | Ponton | Tamora |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |