1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 275 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | Ponton | Volare |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |