1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 42 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1956 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 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 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Ponton | 993 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
