2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 360 kg more than 1953 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
