2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 584 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 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 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MC12 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 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 | 5150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
