1958 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Aceca.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | Viano |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |