1999 AC Ace vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ace | 220 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |