1986 AC Ace vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1986 AC Ace and 1986 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 AC Ace (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 500 kg more than 1986 AC Ace.
Because 1986 AC Ace is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 (276 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1986 AC Ace | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ace | S |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |