1957 AC Ace vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Ace | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | Viano |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
