1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 53 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 30 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ponton | C |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
