1958 AC Ace vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 464 kg more than 1958 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1970 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ace | SL |
Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |