1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 275 kg more than 1954 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 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aspen | Ponton |
Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |