1959 AC Ace vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (173 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | 200 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
