1954 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 57 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 955 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | E |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 220 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1845 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
