1958 AC Ace vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (176 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 934 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ace | E |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |