1962 AC Aceca vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1962 AC Aceca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aceca | 220 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |