2000 AC Aceca vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. (195 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca.
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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300. (358 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | 300 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 4519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |