1986 AC Ace vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1986 AC Ace is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 373 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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, 1986 AC Ace (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 AC Ace | 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ace | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
