1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 49 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 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 60 kg more than 2004 Noble M14.
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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2004 Noble M14 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Noble |
Model | Ponton | M14 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |