2003 Ford Focus vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 48 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus 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 20 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus.
Because 1955 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 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus, 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, 2003 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Focus | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
