1953 AC Ace vs. 2009 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Bentley Azure is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1933 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 727 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace. 2009 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1953 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1953 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC Ace | 2009 Bentley Azure | |
Make | AC | Bentley |
Model | Ace | Azure |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6761 cc |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 876 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 96 L |