1956 AC Ace vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
