2008 BMW 116 vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 53 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 116 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 BMW 116.
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, 2008 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 116 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
