1961 AC Ace vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 AC Ace. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 597 kg more than 1961 AC Ace. 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, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
