1963 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | S |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |