2003 AC Aceca vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz S. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2003 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1979 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | S |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |