1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1968 NSU 1000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 NSU 1000 (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 510 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000.
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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
Model | Ponton | 1000 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 66.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |