1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 56 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 574 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1031 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.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports 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 | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bentley |
| Model | Ponton | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2746 mm |
