1956 AC Ace vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196
To start off, both 1956 AC Ace and 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196 were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196 (276 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196 should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Ace weights approximately 174 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1956 Mercedes-Benz W 196 | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | W 196 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 720 kg |
