1976 Mazda RX-4 vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 21 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 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
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 Mazda RX-4 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda RX-4 | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-4 | Ponton |
Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |