1961 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 46 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 676 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | E |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
