1959 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 432 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Aceca | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | S |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |