2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1865 kg more than 1958 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-250 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F-250 | Ponton |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3075 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |