1959 AC Ace vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 53 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1959 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ace | Vito |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |