1956 AC Ace vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1556 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1956 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Ace | Continental |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
