2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 51 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 188 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ranger | Ponton |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |