1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
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.
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1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | Ponton | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |