1961 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. (123 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca.
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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Aceca | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | 300 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |