1958 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1958 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Aceca | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | CL |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |