1957 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 516 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | C |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |