1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 280 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
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1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | Ponton | Outback |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |