1954 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 59 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1954 AC Aceca. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 615 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 AC Aceca. (149 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 AC Aceca | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | C |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
