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
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
17 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
17 sec
Max Speed
160 km/h 99.42 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Ponton is a Sedan with a length of 4750 mm (187.01 in), width of 1740 mm (68.5 in) and height of 1560 mm (61.42 in). It has a wheelbase of 2820 mm (111.02 in), front track of 1430 mm (56.3 in) and rear track of 1470 mm (57.87 in). It can comfortably seat 5 people with 4 doors.
Specs
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Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4750 mm 187.01 in.
Width
1740 mm 68.5 in.
Height
1560 mm 61.42 in.
Wheelbase
2820 mm 111.02 in.
Front Track
1430 mm 56.3 in.
Rear Track
1470 mm 57.87 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Ponton is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 10.9 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 21.58 US mpg or 25.92 UK mpg.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
10.9 l/100 km 21.58 US mpg 25.92 UK mpg 9.17 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Ponton features a 2.2L inline-6 engine producing 106 hp and 172 Nm of torque. It offers a manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. Its engine is naturally aspirated and uses a carburetor for fuel injection.
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Rating
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
106 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power Per Litre
48.3 Hp/l
Torque
172 Nm @ 3500 rpm. 126.86 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M 180 III / 180.924
Engine Displacement
2195 cm3 133.95 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
80.01 mm 3.15 in.
Piston Stroke
72.8 mm 2.87 in.
Compression Ratio
8.7
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
11.9 l 12.57 US qt | 10.47 UK qt
Coolant
11.4 l 12.05 US qt | 10.03 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission Hydrak
Front Suspension
Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Suspension
Trailing arm
Brakes
The Ponton car comes with drum brakes for both the front and rear wheels, and has a Cone worm with recirculation balls type of steering system.
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Rating
Front Brakes
Drum
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Weight & Capacity
The Ponton boasts a lightweight design with a weight-to-power ratio of 12.6 kg/Hp, enabling agile handling. Its impressive power-to-torque ratio of 7.8 kg/Nm further enhances its performance capabilities. With a maximum weight capacity of 1790 kg, the Ponton can comfortably handle cargo and passengers.
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Weight To Power Ratio
12.6 kg/Hp, 79.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.8 kg/Nm, 128.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1340 kg 2954.19 lbs.
Max Weight
1790 kg 3946.27 lbs.
Max Load
450 kg 992.08 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
64 l 16.91 US gal | 14.08 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - W180 II Sedan
The Ponton is a Sedan.
The Ponton can seat 5 people.
The Ponton has a length of 4750 mm (187.01 in), width of 1740 mm (68.5 in) and height of 1560 mm (61.42 in). It has a wheelbase of 2820 mm (111.02 in), front track of 1430 mm (56.3 in) and rear track of 1470 mm (57.87 in).
The 0-62 mph acceleration time is also 17 seconds.
The maximum speed of the Ponton is 160 km/h (99.42 mph).
No, the Ponton is not considered a fast car due to its slow acceleration and average top speed.
Petrol (Gasoline)
10.9 l/100 km (21.58 US mpg, 25.92 UK mpg)
9.17 km/l
The Ponton has an inline engine configuration with 6 cylinders.
The Ponton comes with a 4-speed manual transmission.
The Ponton's engine drives the rear wheels.
Drum brakes are used for both the front and rear wheels.
It has a Cone worm with recirculation balls type of steering system.
No, this car is equipped with drum brakes for both the front and rear wheels.
1953-1962
Sleek design and robust engineering
Its classic design and historical significance
The kerb weight of the Ponton is 1340 kg.
The maximum weight capacity of the Ponton is 1790 kg.
