1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 44 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara 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 280 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mantara | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1570 mm |
