1961 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 691 kg more than 1961 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | S |
Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |