1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is newer by 13 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 (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 55 kg more than 1949 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE 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 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2-Litre | SE |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |
