1958 AC Ace vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 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 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 920 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |
