1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 53 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan 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 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | Ponton | Milan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
