2005 Audi S4 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 49 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 575 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
