1962 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 45 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 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 709 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1087 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | CLK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 877 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
