1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 675 kg more than 1953 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1953 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1953 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2-Litre | CL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
