1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1968 Subaru 360
To start off, 1968 Subaru 360 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton should accelerate faster than 1968 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 795 kg more than 1968 Subaru 360. 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 Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1968 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | Ponton | 360 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 355 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1810 mm |