2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 54 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 425 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escalade | Ponton |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |