1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 460 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Cadillac Seville | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Seville | Ponton |
Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |