1958 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 54 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Aceca | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | ML |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 93 L |
