2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 627 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-150 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
