1959 AC Ace vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 125 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 986 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | G |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
