1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 63 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 179 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 AC 2-Litre | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2-Litre | C |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2760 mm |
