2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 542 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 Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Thunderbird | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
