1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1959 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S | Ponton |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |