2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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 B4000 (323 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B4000 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
