2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 88 kg more than 1954 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ranger | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
