2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 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 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 495 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.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda B2500 | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B2500 | Ponton |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4030 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2660 mm |