1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 56 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1409 kg more than 1955 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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 | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
Model | Ponton | Escalade |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3302 mm |