1962 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 799 kg more than 1962 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | 300 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |