1955 AC 2-Litre vs. 1955 Bentley R Type Continental
To start off, both 1955 AC 2-Litre and 1955 Bentley R Type Continental were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,887 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bentley R Type Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bentley R Type Continental weights approximately 490 kg more than 1955 AC 2-Litre.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1955 AC 2-Litre | 1955 Bentley R Type Continental | |
Make | AC | Bentley |
Model | 2-Litre | R Type Continental |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4887 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 81 L |