1954 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 AC Aceca would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1954 AC Aceca. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1954 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1954 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 AC Aceca | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | CLS |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4917 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |