1956 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 576 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca.
Because 1956 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (165 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | B |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |