1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2010 BMW 750
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 54 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 895 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 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 | 2010 BMW 750 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | Ponton | 750 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3211 mm |