1953 AC Ace vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1953 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1953 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | S |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
