1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 58 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 246 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.
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, 2012 Hyundai i30, 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 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 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
Model | Ponton | i30 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |