2004 GMC Safari vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 583 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.
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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Safari | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Safari | Ponton |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |