1961 AC Aceca vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1936 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
