1956 AC Ace vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1971 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 436 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1971 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | E |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
