1948 AC 2-Litre vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (237 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1948 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 152 kg more than 1948 AC 2-Litre. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 AC 2-Litre. (137 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 AC 2-Litre | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2-Litre | E |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2874 mm |
