1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 29 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 290 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LeSabre | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
