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 (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 408 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.
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 (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 589 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 |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 288 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 Length | 3850 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 96 L |
