1949 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 58 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1949 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 220 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2-Litre | C |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |