2001 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. Both 2001 AC Aceca and 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL are equipped with a 4,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2001 AC Aceca. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | SL |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4612 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2099 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2585 mm |