1962 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 50 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1514 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | S |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 2305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |