1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 855 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Ponton | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2896 mm |
