1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 54 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | Ponton | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |