2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 51 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 525 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CLS | Ponton |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |