1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1949 AC 2-Litre | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2-Litre | W 111 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2760 mm |