1958 AC Ace vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 18 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 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1876 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | 600 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3910 mm |
