2009 BMW 730 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1959 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 730 | Ponton |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |