1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 49 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | Ponton | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
