1969 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Brougham (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 970 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Brougham | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brougham | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2660 mm |
