2007 Audi A6 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
