1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 56 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 620 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ponton | E |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2873 mm |
