2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 50 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1541 kg more than 1955 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ram | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2660 mm |
