2001 Buick Regal vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2001 Buick Regal is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 350 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal, 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, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 2001 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Buick Regal | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | Ponton |
Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |