1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 57 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 790 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 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series 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 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | Ponton | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2855 mm |
