1986 AC Ace vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace will offer significantly more control. 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 AC Ace. (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 120 L |
