1958 AC Ace vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 514 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ace | C |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
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 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |