1962 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 51 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1962 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1379 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aceca | S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3165 mm |
