1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 594 kg more than 1950 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 CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1950 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1950 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2-Litre | CLS |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
