1956 AC Ace vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 56 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm) has 662 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | CL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
