1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1958 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | Ponton |
Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |