Mercedes-Benz Ponton W180 II Sedan

Mercedes-Benz - W180 II Sedan

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelPonton
GenerationW180 II Sedan
Modification220 S (106 Hp)
Start Of ProductionAugust, 1957
End Of ProductionAugust, 1959

Performance

The car specs indicate a relatively slow acceleration with a 17-second 0-100 km/h time and a maximum speed of 160 km/h.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh17 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph17 sec
Max Speed160 km/h 99.42 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Ponton sedan offers a spacious and comfortable ride with a length of 4750 mm and a wheelbase of 2820 mm. It features a sleek design and a comfortable interior.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length4750 mm 187.01 in.
Width1740 mm 68.5 in.
Height1560 mm 61.42 in.
Wheelbase2820 mm 111.02 in.
Front Track1430 mm 56.3 in.
Rear Track1470 mm 57.87 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Ponton is a car that runs on petrol (gasoline) and has a combined fuel consumption of 10.7 l/100 km (21.98 US mpg, 26.4 UK mpg, 9.35 km/l).

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined10.7 l/100 km 21.98 US mpg 26.4 UK mpg 9.35 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Ponton is a car with a 6-cylinder inline engine, producing 106 horsepower at 5200 rpm. It has a manual transmission with 4 gears and rear-wheel drive. The suspension is designed for a smooth ride, with a double wishbone front suspension and a trailing arm rear suspension.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power106 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power Per Litre48.3 Hp/l
Torque172 Nm @ 3500 rpm. 126.86 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 180 III / 180.924
Engine Displacement2195 cm3 133.95 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders6
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore80.01 mm 3.15 in.
Piston Stroke72.8 mm 2.87 in.
Compression Ratio8.7
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Capacity11.9 l 12.57 US qt | 10.47 UK qt
Coolant11.4 l 12.05 US qt | 10.03 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear SuspensionTrailing arm

Brakes

The Ponton is a classic car with drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, and a cone worm steering system with recirculation balls. It's a reliable and easy-to-handle vehicle.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDrum
Rear BrakesDrum
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls

Weight & Capacity

The car boasts a lightweight design, reflected in its impressive weight-to-power and weight-to-torque ratios. With a kerb weight of 1325 kg and a maximum weight capacity of 1790 kg, it offers a balance between agility and carrying capacity. The fuel tank capacity of 64 liters ensures long driving ranges.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio12.5 kg/Hp, 80 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio7.7 kg/Nm, 129.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1325 kg 2921.12 lbs.
Max Weight1790 kg 3946.27 lbs.
Max Load465 kg 1025.15 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity64 l 16.91 US gal | 14.08 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - W180 II Sedan

The specifications do not include information about engine options.

The specifications do not include information about safety features.

The 0-62 mph acceleration time is also 17 seconds.

The limited acceleration and top speed may not be suitable for track racing.

The specs do not include information about fuel consumption.

The Ponton uses petrol (gasoline).

The Ponton has a combined fuel consumption of 10.7 l/100 km (21.98 US mpg, 26.4 UK mpg, 9.35 km/l).

No, the Ponton is not an electric car. It runs on petrol (gasoline).

The Ponton has an internal combustion engine with a 6-cylinder inline layout.

The Ponton has a manual transmission with 4 gears.

The Ponton has a double wishbone front suspension and a trailing arm rear suspension.

The Ponton has drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels.

The Ponton has a cone worm steering system with recirculation balls.

Yes, the drum brakes are reliable and easy to maintain.

The spec sheet does not include engine specifications.

Fuel efficiency information is not available in the spec sheet.

The spec sheet does not include information regarding safety features.

Fuel consumption data is not in the given specifications.

Speed information is not included in the specifications.

Safety feature details are not mentioned in the given specifications.