1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1970 Nissan Skyline is newer by 14 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, 1970 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 230 kg more than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1970 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | Ponton | Skyline |
Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |