1962 AC Aceca vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 29 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1006 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | 300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
