1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 40 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 121 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.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ponton | Golf |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
