2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 52 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 125 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
