1958 AC Ace vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 53 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1402 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 832 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
