1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1483 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | Ponton | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3302 mm |
